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Optics Applet

This applet allows users to simulate standard optic elements (lens, mirror, dielectrics, sources, apertures) and observe the ways that light rays propagate through these elements.

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http://webphysics.davidson.edu/applets/optics4/default.html

Fiber Optics

Light source can be moved into a fiber optic. The angle of the beam can be altered. Passage of light through the fiber is displayed

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http://webphysics.davidson.edu/applets/Optics/fiber_optics.html

The Rev. John Kerr

The Rev. John Kerr (1814 - 1907) was a lecturer in mathematics and physics whose first publication became known as the Kerr electro-optic effect. The electro-optic effect was utilised in early ...

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http://www.elec.gla.ac.uk/groups/opto/Kerr.html

Optics.net - photonics and optics portal

This website aims to promote and advance science, technology and business opportunities for the optics and photonics community. Has a good selection of technical resources.

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http://www.optics.net